OBD Guide

P1423

Secondary Air Injection System Bank 1 Insufficient Flow Detected

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Increased level of harmful emissions
  • Unstable engine operation at idle
  • Reduced engine power
  • Noise from the secondary air system

Causes

  • Clogged air channels of the system
  • Secondary air valve malfunction
  • Air pump problems
  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Sensor or control unit malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of air channels and filters
  2. Test the operation of the secondary air valve
  3. Check the serviceability of the air pump
  4. Diagnose control circuit and sensors
  5. Clean or replace faulty components

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